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About Me:

I have been a stay-at-home mom to my three children (two girls, one boy) since 2006, but in my former life I was a high school English/ESL teacher. I hold a B.A. in English with a minor in Spanish, an M.A. in English with an emphasis in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), and a California teaching credential. I am also a certified Nutrition Educator and the author of the blog Half Indian Cook through which I share recipes and write about food and culture in my mixed-ethnicity family.
My interest in nutrition started when I became pregnant with my first child and wanted to provide myself and my baby with the best nutrition possible. After a few years of independent studies, I enrolled in the nutrition education course at Bauman College. It was during this time that I learned about real food nutrition, discovered Balanced Bites (Diane Sanfilippo), and was introduced to the Paleo movement. In 2012, I began working with Diane as a 21-Day Sugar Detox moderator; I later began working for her as a content developer in 2013. In 2015, I began 1:1 wellness/nutrition coaching including 21DSD online groups. I specialize in adapting Indian and other ethnic cuisines to be Paleo or 21DSD-friendly and working with busy families and children. My passion for delicious, nutritious food has led my entire family to improved health, and I hope to support you in whatever health-related changes you wish to make.